In a major development in the ongoing multi-crore liquor scam investigation, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) has served a notice to Chevireddy Mohith Reddy, a prominent leader of the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP). Reddy has been summoned for questioning as part of the probe into the widespread corruption and malpractices within the state’s liquor trade.
The liquor scam, which has shaken the political landscape of Andhra Pradesh, involves allegations of illegal permits, inflated pricing, and kickbacks that have cost the state exchequer hundreds of crores of rupees. The SIT, formed to uncover the truth behind these allegations, has been relentlessly pursuing the investigation, with Mohith Reddy’s summons being the latest in a series of high-profile actions.
Mohith Reddy, a prominent YSRCP leader and former MLA, is believed to have played a significant role in the liquor trade’s operations, with allegations of his involvement in the distribution and pricing of liquor across the state. The SIT’s decision to summon him for questioning suggests that the investigators have gathered substantial evidence linking him to the scam.
The summons comes at a crucial time, as the YSRCP government in Andhra Pradesh has been facing intense scrutiny over its handling of the liquor industry. The opposition parties have repeatedly accused the ruling party of facilitating corruption and cronyism, with the liquor scam being a prime example of the alleged misgovernance.
The SIT’s investigation has already led to the arrest of several key players, including bureaucrats and liquor traders, who are believed to have been part of the intricate web of corruption. The summoning of Mohith Reddy is seen as a significant step forward in the probe, as the SIT seeks to uncover the full extent of the scam and bring the perpetrators to justice.
The liquor scam has not only tarnished the image of the YSRCP government but has also raised concerns about the integrity of the state’s regulatory mechanisms. The SIT’s actions in this case are being closely watched, as the people of Andhra Pradesh demand accountability and transparency in the management of the state’s resources.
